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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Cambridge

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ipswich to Cambridge from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£24
tomorrow
£22
Thursday
£14
Friday
£18
Saturday
Sunday
£26
Monday
£18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 15m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24
National Express 3h 55m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 17:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24
National Express 3h 55m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 20:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24
National Express 2h 45m 20:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cambridge via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 0m
      0
      11:15
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      12:50
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £13
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • National Express
      0h 35m
      0
      14:40
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      15:15
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 08:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22
National Express 4h 15m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22
National Express 3h 55m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 17:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22
National Express 3h 55m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 20:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 15m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 3h 55m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 17:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 3h 55m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 20:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 2h 45m 20:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 15m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 55m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 20:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 2h 45m 20:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 35m 08:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 20m 08:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £26
National Express 4h 10m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £26
National Express 3h 25m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £26
National Express 3h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 19:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £26
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cambridge via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 35m
      0
      20:50
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      22:10
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 35m
      0
      22:50
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      23:25
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 0h 45m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 15m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 55m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 17:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 55m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 20:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 3h 30m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
National Express 2h 45m 20:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Ipswich to Cambridge is £14 on 18/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Ipswich and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Ipswich to Cambridge. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Ipswich and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 coaches from Ipswich to Cambridge, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Cambridge, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches from Ipswich to Cambridge

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 6 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Cambridge starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 08:00
Latest Coach 20:50
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 72.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Ipswich to Cambridge

Every day, 6 buses from 1 coach companies leave Ipswich for Cambridge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
£24
Wednesday 17/06
£22
Thursday 18/06
£14
Friday 19/06
£18
Saturday 20/06
Sunday 21/06
£26
Monday 22/06
£18
Tuesday 23/06
£18
Wednesday 24/06
£22
Thursday 25/06
£21
Friday 26/06
£22
Saturday 27/06
£23
Sunday 28/06
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
£21
Friday 03/07
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
£26
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
Friday 10/07
£22
Saturday 11/07
£14
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ipswich to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £14, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Ipswich to Cambridge. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Cambridge, with £14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Cambridge

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ipswich to Cambridge in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Ipswich to Cambridge, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Ipswich to Cambridge are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ipswich to Cambridge

These are the most booked bus companies between Ipswich to Cambridge from our users.

National Express from Ipswich to Cambridge

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Ipswich to Cambridge:

Cheapest Price £14
Fastest Coach 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 08:00
Last Coach 20:50
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 08/06/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Cambridge

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Ipswich and Cambridge.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Ipswich to Cambridge? Compare all modes of transports from Ipswich to Cambridge.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Cambridge

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Ipswich to Cambridge? Or which bus companies serve the route Ipswich to Cambridge? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ipswich to Cambridge bus

How much does a Ipswich - Cambridge coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Ipswich - Cambridge bus trip is available from £14 and takes 4h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ipswich to Cambridge?

The connection Ipswich to Cambridge is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £30. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Ipswich - Cambridge route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Ipswich to Cambridge is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cambridge from Ipswich take?

The quickest coach from Ipswich to Cambridge is provided by National Express and takes 2h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ipswich to Cambridge?

The earliest bus to Cambridge departs from Ipswich at 08:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Ipswich to Cambridge?

The latest bus to Cambridge departs from Ipswich at 20:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Ipswich - Cambridge route?

Passengers looking to travel from Ipswich to Cambridge can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Cambridge?

You can check all the direct connections between Ipswich and Cambridge by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cambridge from Ipswich?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Ipswich Cambridge bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Ipswich Cambridge bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Ipswich to Cambridge on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ipswich to Cambridge?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Ipswich and Cambridge. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Ipswich to Cambridge?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Ipswich and Cambridge change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ipswich to Cambridge

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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